Niue
Mark Southon to start at Savour Niue Mark Southon will be setting taste buds alight at the next Savour Niue, 27-29 March 2020. Mark is a world-renowned culinary artist and currently head chef at Auckland's iconic O'Connell Street Bistro. He's also appeared on many TV shows, most recently as the resident chef of The Café on TV3 mornings. Savour Niue guests will be treated to amazing culinary delights prepared by Mark and his team, all in the beautiful island setting of Niue. See more at www.savourniue.com.
NiueKulele Music Festival 2020 Get your uke and pick ready for a musical extravaganza happening in May 2020! The biennial Niuekulele Festival brings to Niue the world's greatest ukulele performers from around the globe to play and teach at various workshops throughout the event. Visitors can learn new techniques and ukulele tricks, while enjoying the beautiful paradise of Niue. See more at www.niuekulele.com.
Welcoming in the New Year The new year is welcomed differently in Niue to other countries - with Takai. Takai is Niue's first festival of the year, held in the first week of each year, combining solemn prayers with a lively 'parade'. Locals drive around the main ring road of Niue in brightly decorated vehicles, many tossing sweets to excited, awaiting children. Each day of the festival is filled with sporting competitions, dancing, and daily church services.
This annual event is based on the ancient practice of villagers visiting each other to celebrate the new year, originally conducted by foot, it is now done by vehicles. Takai is a wonderful occasion to be at if you're fortunate to be there when it is happening.
Caves, Chasms and Woosah Another successful yoga, fitness and adventure retreat was held in Niue at the end of October. The retreat is for both men and women of all ages and fitness levels. They include outdoor yoga and guided meditation by Mel Carroll, outdoor sunrise fitness sessions with personal trainer Paddy Flavell and daily wellness workshops hosted by nutritionist Kaytee Boyd. The retreat is a relaxing getaway and offers participants the chance to enjoy some time out from a fast-paced lifestyle. Participants are nurtured, nourished and pampered, while surrounded by pristine Niue nature and tropical bush. Dates are still to be confirmed for 2020.
RUN2183
You won’t find the average traveller in Niue. What you will find is one of the world’s largest raised coral atolls; unspoilt, majestic and waiting for you to explore. www.niueisland.com
Summer 2020
islandtime 43
